Emerging Arts Leader Internship

Seattle Art Museum • Seattle, WA

25d • $21 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

Partnering with SAM’s Education team, this intern will focus on a review and update to SAM’s Educator Resource Guides.

Educator Resource Guides are designed for educators visiting SAM locations on a self-guided visit or for use in the classroom, before or after a field trip to the museum. Teachers are encouraged to develop open-ended discussions that ask for a wide range of opinions and expressions from students. The projects in this guide connect to core curriculum subject areas and can be adapted for a variety of grade levels to meet state and national learning standards. Related images for each project are included for classroom use. These resources also include information about scaling activities and modifying them.

The intern will be responsible for reviewing the previous Educator Resource Guides and updating their contents and curriculum. This includes connecting the themes and Washington State learning standards to select objects at the museum, as well as piloting activities that will accompany each object highlighted.

Requirements

• Demonstrated interest or experience in the arts, education, or public arts programs. Competitive candidates will be able to articulate why this Emerging Arts Leader Internship supports their professional goals in museums or the wider arts industry.
• Clear understanding of and ability to discuss concepts related to racial equity, intersectionality, and social justice.
• Demonstrated proficiency in general computer use, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and the internet.
• Ability to ask for help and accept supervision and evaluation of your work.
• Ability to work with others professionally and tactfully.
• Ability to adhere to museum policies and support management decisions in a positive, professional manner.
• Ability to pass and maintain security background check clearance
• Strong writing and communication skills, and ability to clearly articulate goals, progress, and outcomes to a professional audience.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with engaging multilingual learners and differentiating educational approaches for student needs is preferred. Candidates with in-classroom instructional experience are well-positioned to get the most out of this internship experience.
• Some familiarity with Visual Thinking Strategies or engaging audiences as a teacher, docent, or guide is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Research artwork and educational strategies used in past School & Educators outreach programs.
• Learn about key concepts related to arts education and learning, such as Visual Thinking Strategies, multimodal communication, and relevant WA curriculum standards.
• Update three Educator Resource Guides, containing relevant object highlights, hands-on activities, and other learning materials appropriate for K-8 students.
• Develop and deliver a presentation related to your internship work or professional interests.
• Complete a job shadow with frontline volunteers during open hours.
• Complete a one-page reflection, blog post, or interview about your internship experience.
• Attend Enrichment Sessions, informational interviews, and check-ins as available.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed